Microsoft Surface Duo 128 or 256GB AT&T Locked - Glacier starting at $409.99 + FS

phocean

Jul 10, 2021 1:12 AM

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phoceanJul 10, 2021 1:12 AM

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Quote from mig0

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Can someone clarify for me ... this is a phone not a tablet right?

And I have a 2nd question. I know its locked to AT&T, will it not work with cricket or say other AT&T MVNOs like red pocket?

Cricket is supported.

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phocean

Jul 10, 2021 1:16 AM

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phoceanJul 10, 2021 1:16 AM

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Quote from JoshuaAfterDark

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The concept of this thing is awesome but the device itself is just not good. Performance is weak, battery life is short, camera is borderline UNUSABLE, no NFC, mediocre screens. Tried it for a week but couldn't get past all the flaws. I also don't trust Microsoft to keep it properly or timely updated.

Really the only complain for me was the camera. I actually felt the camera was not usable.

Performance was adquent for me; screens are vivid and bright; battery lasts full day and I don't use NFC.

However, this device is not suitable for everyday using because of its form factor, which is sadly the wow factor of the device.

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MadPup

Jul 10, 2021 1:58 AM

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MadPupJul 10, 2021 1:58 AM

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Woot couldn't sell them so next try is Daily Steals? Good luck with that, Microsoft! Just cut to the chase and drop the price to $200.

Last edited by MadPup July 10, 2021 at 07:20 AM.

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ards

Jul 10, 2021 1:16 PM

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ardsJul 10, 2021 1:16 PM

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Former Microsoft mobile user for about three years. Really enjoyed their Windows Mobile OS and the tiles. However, I personally won't buy a mobile or PC device made by them again. They have a history of coming out with good concepts, a little too late, and then dropping support when they don't sell. This device was overpriced from the beginning and targeted towards business customers. Since that market didn't bite, y'all get the leftovers.

I will say the best thing Microsoft has done in the mobile market since dropping Mobile OS, has been it's MS Launcher app for my android phone...and that's about it.

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MadPup

Jul 10, 2021 1:20 PM

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MadPupJul 10, 2021 1:20 PM

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Quote from ards

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I will say the best thing Microsoft has done in the mobile market since dropping Mobile OS, has been it's MS Launcher app for my android phone...and that's about it.

Have you tried Nova Launcher? That's where it's at.

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ards

Jul 10, 2021 1:43 PM

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ardsJul 10, 2021 1:43 PM

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Quote from MadPup

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Have you tried Nova Launcher? That's where it's at.

I did a few years back l'll give Nova a try again. Once I found I could get rid of the Google search bar by using MS Launcher, I was content.

My preferred search engine is Ecosia, non-profit based in Germany. At least they plant trees with their profits, when one clicks their advertising link results.

Jonathan2396

Jul 10, 2021 3:36 PM

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Jonathan2396Jul 10, 2021 3:36 PM

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uh its a shame the phone its locket to ATT, im from Costa Rica and this would be so good to play xcloud

dougpaw57

Jul 10, 2021 8:57 PM

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dougpaw57Jul 10, 2021 8:57 PM

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Quote from Jonathan2396

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uh its a shame the phone its locket to ATT, im from Costa Rica and this would be so good to play xcloud

Unlock it, the instructions are out there.

kalinrs

Jul 10, 2021 9:42 PM

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kalinrsJul 10, 2021 9:42 PM

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Quote from phocean

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Really the only complain for me was the camera. I actually felt the camera was not usable.

Performance was adquent for me; screens are vivid and bright; battery lasts full day and I don't use NFC.

However, this device is not suitable for everyday using because of its form factor, which is sadly the wow factor of the device.

This, I was on the verge of buying one until I saw that it uses the "selfie" camera as a main camera. This is simply unacceptable in 2021.... What a shame...

Why would you possibly charge over $1000 originally and not even include a decent camera. No wonder why it failed so miserably.

gd224

Jul 10, 2021 11:26 PM

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gd224Jul 10, 2021 11:26 PM

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Got mine today from Daily Steals. Looks like the phone was sealed and possibly new. Updating the phone now so hopefully all goes well. So far I got to say that this thing looks pretty nice, but it's a pretty niche device as well.

internet1shop

Jul 10, 2021 11:36 PM

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internet1shopJul 10, 2021 11:36 PM

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Quote from gd224

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Got mine today from Daily Steals. Looks like the phone was sealed and possibly new. Updating the phone now so hopefully all goes well. So far I got to say that this thing looks pretty nice, but it's a pretty niche device as well.

I got one from MS at $649, I love it that I can run apps side by side and output to a monitor with a mouse and keyboard, just like a computer. A computer that can fit in my pocket. I notice when you run two apps that run GPS, THE DEVICE get so hot and drain the batteries. And when open two app with keyboard, the device get confused which apps will be use. Other than that, I can't imagine to go back single screen.

internet1shop

Jul 10, 2021 11:38 PM

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internet1shopJul 10, 2021 11:38 PM

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I just purchased another one from Amazon with at &t locked to see I can unlocked it, if not I can use it as a computer.

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BerMM2

Jul 11, 2021 1:52 AM

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BerMM2Jul 11, 2021 1:52 AM

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Quote from dougpaw57

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Unlock it, the instructions are out there.

They are, but I wouldn't rely on getting any kind of support for electronics bought in a different region.

DrTadWinslow

Jul 12, 2021 1:39 PM

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DrTadWinslowJul 12, 2021 1:39 PM

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If I get this to use as a wifi tablet, without a SIM, will I be able to update the software?

Online reviewers have said it was super buggy at first, but it's gotten much better with the latest software

BerMM2

Jul 12, 2021 3:19 PM

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BerMM2Jul 12, 2021 3:19 PM

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Quote from DrTadWinslow

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If I get this to use as a wifi tablet, without a SIM, will I be able to update the software?

Online reviewers have said it was super buggy at first, but it's gotten much better with the latest software

IIRC this was asked in the Woot thread and someone replied that Microsoft handles updates for these so an AT&T SIM isn't necessary.

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